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60 babysitters are listed in Santee, CA
The average posted rate is $21/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby babysitters is 6 years
Babysitters in Santee, CA
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Travel and Light Housekeeping. I love to cook so meal preparation would be fun for me. My main priority is your children having a great time and being well taken care of above all else. I am a former caregiver for seniors and children with disabilities such as autism. I was also in...
Lizbeth can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Liz is an amazing nanny!
She was our nanny for 9 months. She helped teach our daughter how to sit and start to crawl. She also was great about making new meals to try and coming up with new games for her to learn. She can follow a schedule and is always willing...
Leticia M.
5.0
(1)
Hello. My name is Lutsia. I am a professional babysitter with 5 years of experience through the company. I took care of kids from 1 years old till 14. Sometimes I worked with 2 and 3 kids at a time. I like working with kids making sure they are safe, happy and satisfied with me. I have first aid, CPR, CNA, home health aid...
Lutsia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
5.0
"I am happy to hire Lutsia to babysit my you youngest since 2016. I am confident Lutsia loves kids and pays a lot of attention to their safety. Lutsia's attention to detail helped avoid serious accident at kids playground. I am and I will be delighted to hire Lutsia...
Victor M.
4.7
(12)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Stefany, I've been a nanny for a few years now! I've had a lot of experience with some amazing families and grew some great bonds with so many kids. I love being able to see the growth and how kids develop on a daily basis. My job reminds me of when I was a kid and makes me experience it again in some way, I do...
Stefany can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Stefany has been a great nanny for our two kids. She is dependable, caring and focused on engaging with the kids to keep them safe while caring for their needs. "
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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Summer - I am 24 years old. I have been nannying off and on since I was 15. I have always had a soft spot for children and love being around their contagious energy. When nannying I love being outside with the children, rather that be going on walks, going to the park, beach days, bike rides, and much more! I...
Summer can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Summer was our Nanny for our 18 month old now 2 1/2 year old for 1 year. She was so great with our daughter, kept her active going to the park, and kept her busy at home while I had to work. We absolutely adore Summer and was sad to see her having to leave us. But...
Jennifer P.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello families! My name is Valerie :) I have been in childcare for 13 years off and on. I love to be outdoors, going to the beach, parks, museums and any other kind of educational outing. I'm very comfortable with all kinds of pets and with household chores as well as driving kids around.
I speak Spanish fluently and love any...
Valeria can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(5)
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, adventurous, and organized
I like working with kids because they are so curious and they ask the best questions
I started working with kids when I was 14 and I've loved it ever since. Every child is unique and its fun to figure out what they like.
In my spare time, I like to go on...
Malia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Malia is a great babysitter! She’s awesome with kids and is very responsible and reliable. "
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Dulce, a 26-year-old passionate caregiver with over 6 years of experience babysitting children, ranging from infants of 2 months to pre-teens up to 13 years. Currently, I'm pursuing a nursing degree in San Diego and also working with a school district, where I design after-school programs for elementary and middle...
Dulce can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We have absolutely loved having Dulce in our home taking care of our 4 month old. She was very knowledgeable and experienced with newborns that we we felt extremely comfortable with our daughter being in her care throughout the day. She was a natural and took on...
Kristen H.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Are you looking for a highly qualified responsible sitter for a night out or weekend away from time to time? I am a marriage and family therapist, working with children and families in my current day job. In addition I have 10 years of experience prior to my career, as a full time nanny working primarily with infants and...
Jana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Our daughter really liked Jana from the day she met her! Aside from our daughter liking her, she was very punctual, got my daughter to eat with no problem & played with her and set her to bed on time. She kept us updated while we were out. We would definitely...
Crystal A.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi parents!
My name is Chayani, but you can call me Chay (pronounced like "Shy"). I genuinely love spending time with kids-playing, learning, and creating fun experiences together! I'm kind, compassionate, responsible, and creative, always bringing positive energy to the families I work with.
I have several years of experience...
Chayani can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Chay was nanny to our son for one year from age 7 months to 19 months. She had such a wonderful relationship with him and they truly became best friends. She was loving, fun, silly, warm, so patient, and we trusted her 100%. She took him to activities every morning...
Jessica H.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
As a childcare provider with nine years of experience, I am dedicated to nurturing and supporting children's development. My passion for fostering their growth stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles, where I discovered the joy of positively impacting young lives. My patient and friendly nature allows me...
Marissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Marissa is hands down the absolute best! Our 3 boys love her. She is punctual, great communication and engages all developmental needs of our kiddos. Highly recommend đź’•"
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Mayra P.
San Diego, CA
$30/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have taken care of children for 5 different families in San Diego and that includes making them meals, taking them to and from school, helping with homework and getting them ready for bed. I have done overnight with a family while the parents were out of town which had me doing all of the duties the parents would normally do...
Mayra can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mayra has been helping out with my 3 month old son and we are incredibly blessed to have her. She is always on time, responsible, caring and super sweet. We are comfortable leaving our infant in her care while we are at work or having date night."
Karen W.
4.8
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have been caring for children for over 15 years. I have experience with children of all ages from infants through teens, families, & multiples, along with children with disabilities. I'm very active working in the health & fitness field as well as child care. In the past I was a summer fitness camp employee supervising...
Melissa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Melissa was, for 4 years my 95 year old mother’s personal caregiver, acreage/property manager, kept her calendar, her transportation and her cook. She also took care of my dying brother during that same period. I trust her completely."
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5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have had the opportunity to care for children who were family, neighbors, and friends. I have been babysitting since 2010 and have enjoyed it ever since. The more children I looked after, the more comfortable and skilled I became at sitting/ being a nanny. My experience with the children I looked after has not only been...
Tyler can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Tyler showed up in a pinch to help us with our one y/o when our nanny got sick. She did a great job watching after our son and he had a lot of fun with her. Would definitely hire Tyler again!"
Daniel C.
Mia S.
San Diego, CA
$22/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi there! My name is Mia and I am an experienced babysitter with a passion for working with children of all ages. I have been babysitting for 7 years and have gained valuable experience through working with a variety of families.
I have a warm and friendly personality, and I love interacting with children. I am patient, kind,...
5.0
"Mia was so attentive and the kids loved her. She was so sweet and will definitely be hiring again!"
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Nora and I just graduated from UCLA this spring. I am 22 years old and have many years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have worked in a daycare, a preschool, and at summer camps, and I have been babysitting since I was 12. I also minored in Applied Developmental Psychology at UCLA, so have many...
Nora can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I would HIGHLY recommend Nora. We hired her to watch our 5 week old son in a hotel for a wedding I was in 2 hrs away from home. I was nervous to leave him with anyone at such a young age, and she immediately set my mind at ease. Since we were staying in a hotel we...
Lindsay C.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Victoria and I'm a senior at SDSU studying psychology and child development. I've worked with children of all ages as a sitter and tutor consistently since high school. Most recently, I work in a psychology lab with 4-9-year-olds and at our Children's Center as an Assistant Teacher with 1-5-year-olds. I am...
Victoria can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Victoria was a great sitter for our twins. She connected with them very quickly and they had a great time. Would absolutely hire her again."
Care member
Sierra C.
San Diego, CA
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm a caregiver who's passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. With 8 years of experience and a background in Early Child Development Coursework, I'm well-equipped to care for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I believe in a holistic approach to childcare, focusing on physical, emotional, and...
Sierra can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sierra is awesome! We are so happy we found her. Our toddler loved spending time with her. She is punctual, thoughtful, and reliable. Highly recommend!"
Amanda M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have a lot of patience when it comes to kids and babies. I've nannied for 3 families and regularly babysit for multiple families. The ages ranged from 6 months - 14 years old. Working with all families helped me gain insight on how to handle different types of kids and having a lot of patience. I know how to put babies to...
Sydney can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sydney is so sweet & she connected with my daughter instantly. She’s really good at responding quickly to messages and is always on time. She’s is our go to date night sitter & we are so happy that we found someone so caring & attentive."
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hello. My name is Chastity and I am interested in babysitting for you. I am 48yrs old, single and I am a substitute preschool teacher. I have been working with children for the past 25years. I have experience working with children of all ages including infants, toddlers and special needs. I currently volunteer at my church as a...
5.0
"Chasity was very nice and comforting to my daughter. She played games with her and kept her busy. I would definitely recommend her and hire her again! "
Care member
4.7
(13)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
Hello everyone my name is Mariel . I have 14 years of experience as babysitter "families and friends. I a nice honest and hard worker. I like to explore the world teach to the kids new things, paint, draw, read, write, walks., explore new places and learn new things., I love dogs they are very important to me. I'm a honest...
Mariel can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"I’ve had Mariel as a housekeeper for a few months now and she is a Godsend! Goes above and beyond, very communicative, flexible and my house feels amazing every time! "
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Santee, CA
Lizbeth C.
5.0
Liz is an amazing nanny!
She was our nanny for 9 months. She helped teach our daughter how to sit and start to crawl. She also was great about making new meals to try and coming up with new games for her to learn. She can follow a schedule and is always willing to go above and beyond. She is...
- Leticia M.
Lutsia L.
5.0
I am happy to hire Lutsia to babysit my you youngest since 2016. I am confident Lutsia loves kids and pays a lot of attention to their safety. Lutsia's attention to detail helped avoid serious accident at kids playground. I am and I will be delighted to hire Lutsia over and over again.
- Victor M.
Stefany R.
5.0
My daughters love her. Shes insightful, very punctual, and her flexibility is amazing. We trust her with our girls.
- Care member
Summer B.
5.0
Summer was our Nanny for our 18 month old now 2 1/2 year old for 1 year. She was so great with our daughter, kept her active going to the park, and kept her busy at home while I had to work. We absolutely adore Summer and was sad to see her having to leave us. But the timing worked out best as our...
- Jennifer P.
Malia H.
5.0
Malia cared for my young daughter on several occasions. She was attentive to Madison’s needs and fully engaged with her during their time together. I trusted her at all times in my home alone with Madison and she was very responsible with ensuring that her schedule was followed. I loved most that...
- Care member
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in Santee, CA:
How can I find a Santee babysitter near me?
Figuring out how to find a babysitter in Santee, CA can feel overwhelming at first. To make your search easier, you can use Care.com to search through the profiles of babysitters near you. You can review 30 babysitters in Santee, CA on Care.com, with an average rating of 4.1. Once you choose candidates that fit your needs, you can contact them to schedule interviews, check references, and request additional background checks.
How much do babysitters charge in Santee, CA?
The average rate for Santee, CA babysitters on Care.com is $21.80 per hour as of April 2025. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in Santee, CA?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in Santee, CA through Care.com. As of 2025, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.
Ratings for Santee, CA babysitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.1 / 5
Babysitters in Santee, CA are rated 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 94 reviews of the 60 listed babysitters.